British pianist Jason Rebello is regarded as one of the most
talented, inventive and intuitive pianists to emerge in the UK since he burst
onto the scene in the early 90’s with a string of critically acclaimed albums
for the BMG label.
Marked with an emotional depth unusual in one so young,
these albums elevated Jason to the peak of jazz celebrity at a time when the
music was undergoing an unheralded period of popularity.
It came as no surprise that Jason caught the attention of
Weather Report’s Wayne Shorter (Herbie Hancock, also from Miles Davis’ famous
1960s quintet was a personal hero) and he toured internationally with his band
before replacing another hero, Kenny Kirkland, in Sting’s band.
Jason had primarily worked with electronic keyboards in his
own groups (as well as with Sting and Jeff Beck); but now he has decided it’s
time to say something on the instrument he loves. In early 2016 Jason will
release his debut solo piano album, featuring mostly original compositions
inspired by the people and places that have been important in his career.
In this solo format the intensely lyrical quality always
evident in Jason’s music comes to the fore and, allied to his formidable
technique and maturity as an artist and musician, ensures that on Held, he is
creating some of the most compelling and beautiful music of his career.
As Jason explains: ‘throughout my career I’ve had the
opportunity to play in wide-ranging and diverse scenarios, but never had an
opportunity to immerse myself fully in the piano. I’ve reached a point now
where I feel there is something to say with just a piano and I’m relishing this
opportunity to consolidate all my musical experiences on this record’.
Tracklisting:
Tracklisting:
1. Pearl
2. Salad Days
3. Tokyo Dream
4. Held
5. Blackbird
6. As the Dust Settles
7. Thanks John
8. Happy But For How Long
9. Polzeath
10. Purple Sunflower
11. Dissolve
All music by Jason Rebello except ‘Blackbird’ by Lennon / McCartney
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